LompocPolice
Case #: 2311-0304
Press Release Date: 11/07/2023 3:39 PM
Location: Marshalls 701 N H St Lompoc, CA 93436
Crime/Offense: 459.5(a)pc- Shoplifting theft
Summary:
The Lompoc Police Department is requesting the publics assistance with identifying the pictured female, who is a suspect in a recent shoplifting theft investigation that occurred at Marshalls Department store on 11/03/2023.
If you know who this female is, you are asked to call Lompoc PD at 805-736-2341. You may remain anonymous.
Investigating Officer: Corporal D. Garcia
Press Release Prepared by: Sergeant S. Morgan
Shoplifting from Marshalls? It’s already pretty discounted.
Why charge a misdemeanor, entering the business to steal merchandise valued at less than $950 and not a felony burglary (459), entering to commit a theft. Both crimes require entering with intent to steal. Felony burglary only requires entering with intent to steal property and no minimum/maximum value is attached. Appears it would be easier to prove the felony. How is intent proven without talking to the suspect?